CVE-2013-5142
UnknownEPSS 0.35%
Last modified
CVE-2013-5142 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The kernel in Apple iOS before 7 does not initialize unspecified kernel data structures, which allows local users to obtain sensitive information from kernel stack memory via the (1) msgctl API or (2) segctl API.. EPSS estimates a 0.35% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The kernel in Apple iOS before 7 does not initialize unspecified kernel data structures, which allows local users to obtain sensitive information from kernel stack memory via the (1) msgctl API or (2) segctl API.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Iphone Os | <= 6.1.4 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 1.0.0 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 1.0.1 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 1.0.2 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 1.1.0 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 1.1.1 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 1.1.2 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 1.1.3 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 1.1.4 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 1.1.5 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 2.0 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 2.0.0 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 2.0.1 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 2.0.2 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 2.1 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 2.1.1 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 2.2 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 2.2.1 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 3.0 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 3.0.1 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 3.1 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 3.1.2 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 3.1.3 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 3.2 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 3.2.1 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 3.2.2 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 4.0 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 4.0.1 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 4.0.2 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 4.1 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 4.2.1 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 4.2.5 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 4.2.8 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 4.3.0 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 4.3.1 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 4.3.2 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 4.3.3 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 4.3.5 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 5.0 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 5.0.1 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 5.1 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 5.1.1 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 6.0 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 6.0.1 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 6.0.2 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 6.1 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 6.1.2 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 6.1.3 |
References
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5934Vendor Advisory
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5934Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2013-5142?
The kernel in Apple iOS before 7 does not initialize unspecified kernel data structures, which allows local users to obtain sensitive information from kernel stack memory via the (1) msgctl API or (2) segctl API.
How severe is CVE-2013-5142?
Severity scoring for CVE-2013-5142 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.35% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2013-5142?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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